2002 Ford Focus Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2002 Ford Focus. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 05V030000Feb 1, 2005589,932 vehicles potentially affected
  Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
  Covers: Ford Focus 2000–2005

  Reported issue: Certain passenger vehicles with four or five doors and originally sold in or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, a build-up of corrosion at the pawl pivot area of the rear door latch…

  Possible consequence: If not latched properly, the door may open while the vehicle is in motion. If an occupant fell out of the vehicle, personal injuries could occur.

  Remedy: Dealers will have a lower rocker seal added to the door and have the rear door latches evaluated free of charge. A latch that passes the evaluation will be lubricated to prevent future corrosion. A latch that does not pass the evaluation will be replaced. In addition, a sticker will be affixed to the rear doors…

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NHTSA investigations

• AQ10001Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion AuditClosed · Nov 18, 2010
• EA02022Engine stallingClosed · Sep 9, 2002
• EA02023Front susp collapse/wheel separationClosed · Sep 9, 2002
• EA02014Engine compartment firesClosed · Jul 31, 2002
• PE02044Front suspension lower control armClosed · May 1, 2002

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